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Purchasing & Stores Manager

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire

Expire in: 2 days

Job Description

Purchasing & Stores Manager
Location: Barnsley

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Purchasing & Stores Manager to join a leading manufacturer, supporting global supply chain operations at a state-of-the-art facility.

Key Responsibilities:

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    Lead and coach the purchasing team.

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    Manage a £10M+ supplier portfolio.

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    Negotiate contracts with suppliers.

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    Oversee internal logistics and stock control.

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    Develop and implement purchasing strategies.

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    Maintain a global supplier base with dual-source suppliers.

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    Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and scorecards.

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    Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.

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    Ensure accurate inventory and stock control.

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    Support product development and supplier recovery.

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    Ensure compliance with ISO standards.

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    Manage slow-moving and obsolete stock.

Qualifications & Experience:

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    5+ years in senior purchasing or supply chain roles.

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    Experience purchasing steel, welded fabrications, and machined components.

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    Strong knowledge of MRP systems and stock control.

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    Proven contract negotiation skills and cost reduction experience.

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    Ability to travel globally for supplier management.

Desirable:

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    CIPS qualification (or working towards).

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    Experience with open-book costing.

Working Hours:

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    Monday to Thursday: 07:30 - 16:30

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    Friday: 07:30 - 13:30

Benefits:

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    25 days holiday (rising to 30 with service)

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    Annual bonus (£500 average)

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    5% contributory pension scheme

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    Life insurance and health cover

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    Staff discounts and cycle to work scheme

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    Free on-site parking and discounted gym memberships

If you have the required experience, apply today to join a leading company in this pivotal role

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